½ Denomination - Herod Antipas (39-40) front ½ Denomination - Herod Antipas (39-40) back
½ Denomination - Herod Antipas (39-40) photo
© British Museum

½ Denomination - Herod Antipas

 
Bronze 7.25 g 17.5 mm
Description
Issuer
Judea
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
39-40
Value
½ Denomination
Composition
Bronze
Weight
7.25 g
Diameter
17.5 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#97626
Rarity index
94%

Reverse

Palm branch upright

Script: Greek

Lettering:
ΗΡWΔΗC ΤΕΤΡΑΡΧΗC
L ΜΓ

Translation:
Herod the Tetrarchy
Year 33

Comment

To date, 5 obverse, 19 reverse dies noted (MPC)
David Hendin Guid to Biblical Coins

Interesting fact

The coin , the ½ denomination Herod Antipas coin from Judea, is significant because it features an image of Herod Antipas, who was a Roman client king who ruled Judea from 4 BCE to 39 CE. This coin was minted during his reign, making it a valuable piece of history for collectors and historians. Additionally, the fact that it's made of bronze and weighs 7.25 grams makes it a unique and interesting artifact from the ancient world.